AAFA National

We dedicate 5/28 as #Remembrance Day - a time to celebrate and honor lives lost too soon from asthma or anaphylaxis. We reaffirm AAFA’s commitment to make a difference in the memory of the people who will live in our hearts forever. community.aafa.org/blog/aafa-ma...

The health of Black men ranks worse than nearly every group in the United States. And they face some of the greatest impacts of #asthma and #allergies. Chris Williams of Heart, Body & Soul is working to change that using the power of community. https://bit.ly/4u0Euw9

A new generation of medicines target type 2 inflammation directly and can treat multiple allergic conditions at once. Think of it as targeting the source of the fire, not just the single flames. This means that doctors can now treat the entire person and not just the symptoms! https://bit.ly/4f1szdL

A common thread links a community of inflammatory diseases: #asthma, #allergies, #eczema, nasal polyps, chronic #hives, eosinophilic esophagitis (#eoe), & mast cell disorders. It’s an overactive immune response known as type 2 inflammation. https://aafa.org/t2i/week #AllergyAwareness #Inflammation

When your body mistakes everyday particles, like pollen, for threats, it releases chemicals that cause #inflammation. Think of it as a fire burning inside the body. Depending on where it flares, it might show up as itchy skin, wheezing chest, runny nose, or a reaction to certain foods.

Advocates show up daily to support laws and policies that protect people with #asthma and #allergies. But advocacy takes many voices to make changes that have real impact. Speak up now: aafa.org/act #NAAAM

More than 106 million people in the U.S. have #asthma and/or allergic conditions like #FoodAllergies, seasonal #allergies, #eczema, #hives, and #NasalPolyps. Help us spread awareness. Share our resources with your community: aafa.org/awareness #NAAAM

Millions of people in the U.S. have #NasalPolyps. You have a higher chance of nasal polyps if you have #asthma or #allergies. Find resources and learn more about nasal polyps: aafa.org/nps

Be part of the change! Share your voice and help shape what comes next for the future of asthma and allergies. aafa.org/act Our #community is powerful and our collective voices make an impact.

SET. Public health works best when communities, organizations and leaders come together to support health for all. We’re SET to keep building a healthier future together. Tag an organization helping make communities healthier. #NPHW

Our #community is powerful and our collective voices make an impact. It only takes a minute to add your voice to the conversation and help shape what comes next for the future of asthma and allergies. Start here: aafa.org/act

📣 AAFA’s 2026 Allergy Capitals report explores the most challenging places to live in with #pollen allergies. Here are the top 5 (out of 100):   1. Boise, Idaho 2. San Diego, California 3. Tulsa, Oklahoma 4. Provo, Utah 5. Rochester, New York   Learn more: aafa.org/asthma-aller...

Coming soon! AAFA’s annual Allergy Capitals report for 2026 releases on March 10. This report helps to raise awareness about local factors that impact pollen #allergies. It also provides actions that can be taken to better the outcomes for people with seasonal allergies.

AAFA researchers contributed to a new study on #FoodAllergy risks. Key takeaways: -Food allergy risk is low -There are over 300 risk factors for food allergy -vaccines are not one of them

Tobacco smoke is a common #asthma trigger. It makes breathing harder and puts lungs at risk. Learn more about the risks of tobacco smoke: https://aafa.org/asthma/asthma-triggers-causes/secondhand-smoke-environmental-tobacco-asthma/

In part 3 of our webinar series: Mastocytosis and Other Mast Cell Disorders, Dr. Lawrence Schwartz and Dr. Matt Greenhawt answer common questions about these conditions. https://bit.ly/4qeX42k Make sure you watch parts 1 and 2 where the docs do a deep dive into mast cells, and mast cell disorders.

What a year of impact! As 2025 comes to a close, AAFA’s staff will take a short break to recharge before starting 2026 ready to improve and save lives. Thank you for being part of our community. We look forward to serving people with asthma and allergies in the year ahead!

Thanks to Dane Belton, The Giants Foundation, Novartis, & everyone who voted on Dane's cleats during My Cause My Cleats! He won the fan vote, & we got a grant from the Giants Foundation & Novartis. This grant will help us continue to deliver trustworthy info & support. @newyorkgiants

Let’s Talk About #NasalPolyps! Nasal polyps are small growths in your nose or sinuses. They can cause headaches and make it hard to breathe and smell. People who have asthma, chronic sinus infections, or allergies are at higher risk of having nasal polyps. Learn more: https://aafa.org/nps